Inner Tie Rod

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Dodge Durango. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Checking Inner Tie Rod For Free-Play

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Grasp the inner tie rod near the steering gear bellows and attempt to move the tie rod straight up and down. If any free-play is felt, replace the steering gear. Refer to GEAR, REMOVAL .